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In the ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

In the ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

  • Itinerary
    Reykjavík to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
    Duration
    17 days
  • Dates
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Come aboard Le Commandant Charcot for an unforgettable voyage.

To sail to the lands beyond the Arctic Circle is to push the boundaries of exploration in the wake of those who made discovering the polar regions their life’s mission. With humility, you will set a course for the north-east of Greenland, inaccessible to traditional ships in this late spring, before cruising to Svalbard and its untouched landscapes. Aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a marvel of technology, you will be amazed by the opportunities for guided exploration in these remote parts. You will progress through one of the hardest to reach areas in the Far North.

On your journey, the Ammassalik, Blosseville and Ittoqqortoormiit regions reveal mythical places associated with the history of the discovery of the Arctic – places where the names Paul-Emile Victor, Jules de Blosseville and Jean-Baptiste Charcot still resound.

To the north-east of Greenland, you will sail through the drifting ice floes of the North Pole and continue your exploration in the heart of immaculate scenery. The sea ice reveals itself in all its formsMarvel at the subtle light changes on the ice.

Your route then leads eastward, towards Svalbard. As you progress through this polar landscape, Nordaustlandet (North East Land) will display Europe’s largest ice cap and some of its most majestic fjords. You will cross the frozen expanses of the Hinlopen Strait, where the contours of the glaciers shape the horizon, and you will get up close to monumental basalt cliffs. In the Søraust-Svalbard Nature Reserve, classed as an Important Bird Area, the ice-cloaked arid spaces are also home to cetaceans and Svalbard reindeer.

Whether from the exterior decks of your ship, during an outing in an inflatable dinghy or a kayak, or during a hike near blue-tinged icebergs, you will have multiples opportunities to get to know this wild and stunning world a little better.

In extreme conditions, at the end of spring when ice dots the barren landscapes, these remote parts reveal themselves to travellers. Despite the harsh climate and environment, the wildlife thrives here, offering the humble and patient observer the most wonderful of rewards.

Find out more about the world of Le Commandant Charcot here!

We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. Our navigation, mainly in the fjords, will be determined by the type of ice we come across; as the fast ice must be preserved, we will take this factor into account from day to day in our itineraries. The sailing programme, outings, activities and observation of fauna cannot be guaranteed and are subject to weather and ice conditions. The experiences are unique and vary from day to day and for each departure. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while respecting safety instructions and regulations imposed by the AECO.

Overview

Your voyage

All-inclusive

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Destination

Destination

Arctic

Reykjavík to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen

Duration

17 days, 16 nights on board

Expeditions

Mike Louagie

Mike Louagie

Transfer + flight longyearbyen/paris

Offers

PONANT Bonus 15%

Kayaking - Le Commandant Charcot

Kayaking - Le Commandant Charcot, Hiking or snowshoeing, Polar plunge

Ref: RL135 - CC280526

Journey

Your daily itinerary

  • North-east Greenland (inaccessible to traditional ships in late spring) and Svalbard, aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a polar exploration vessel.
  • Discover the landscapes (majestic mountains, fjords, glaciers, icebergs, pack ice, cliffs, etc.) and the wildlife (opportunities to glimpse or observe polar bears, cetaceans, Arctic foxes, Svalbard reindeer, seabirds, etc.).
  • Activities: outings and shore visits in a rubber dinghy; kayaking; hiking or snowshoeing; polar plunging; encounters with Greenlandic Inuits, etc.
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Customize your journey:

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Sharing your journey with

Mike Louagie Caroline Verstraete

Mike Louagie

Staterooms and suites

Elegance and refinement

*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.

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In the ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Itinerary

Embarkation 28/05/26 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 28/05/26 at 22:00

28 May 26 - Reykjavík
28 May 26 - Reykjavík

Arrival 29/05/26 Departure 29/05/26

29 May 26 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot
29 May 26 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Arrival 30/05/26 Departure 30/05/26

30 May 26 - Ammassalik Region
30 May 26 - Ammassalik Region

Arrival 31/05/26 Departure 31/05/26

31 May 26 - Blosseville Coast
31 May 26 - Blosseville Coast

Arrival 01/06/26 Departure 01/06/26

1 Jun 26 - Ittoqqortoormiit Region
1 Jun 26 - Ittoqqortoormiit Region

Arrival 02/06/26 Departure 05/06/26

2 Jun 26 > 5 Jun 26 - Exploration of North-East Greenland
2 Jun 26 > 5 Jun 26 - Exploration of North-East Greenland

Arrival 06/06/26 Departure 07/06/26

6 Jun 26 > 7 Jun 26 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot
6 Jun 26 > 7 Jun 26 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Arrival 08/06/26 Departure 09/06/26

8 Jun 26 > 9 Jun 26 - Nordaust-Svalbard Nature Reserve
8 Jun 26 > 9 Jun 26 - Nordaust-Svalbard Nature Reserve

Arrival 10/06/26 Departure 10/06/26

10 Jun 26 - Sailing in the Hinlopen Strait
10 Jun 26 - Sailing in the Hinlopen Strait

Arrival 11/06/26 Departure 11/06/26

11 Jun 26 - Soraust-Svalbard Nature Reserve
11 Jun 26 - Soraust-Svalbard Nature Reserve

Arrival 12/06/26 Departure 12/06/26

12 Jun 26 - South-West Region of Spitsbergen
12 Jun 26 - South-West Region of Spitsbergen

Arrival 13/06/26 early morning Disembarkation 13/06/26 at 8:00

13 Jun 26 - Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
13 Jun 26 - Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen

In the ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Included package

Transfer + Flight Longyearbyen/Paris

In the ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Customize your journey

Transfer to the pier of reykjavik

TRANSFER TO THE PIER OF REYKJAVIK
Details

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between the airport and your port of embarkation.

Reykjavik

Meet at Keflavík international airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT.

You will depart the airport and be directly transferred to the pier to embark on your ship.

Your programme includes:

·        Transfer as mentioned in the programme.

·        English speaking assistance.

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme. 

To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.


Total

£140/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Comfort package: transfer airport/hotel + night in paris cdg airport

COMFORT PACKAGE: TRANSFER AIRPORT/HOTEL + NIGHT IN PARIS CDG AIRPORT
Details

For your serenity, PONANT organises your transfer and select for you an ideally located hotel.

Day 1 - Disembarkation Day

After landing of your flight selected by PONANT in Paris, meet and greet at the airport and transfer to the Pullman Roissy CDG hotel.

Check-in in your room.

Evening and dinner at leisure.

Day 2 – Roissy CDG

Breakfast on your own followed by check-out.

Your hotel:

The Pullman Roissy CDG hotel is a four stars property located in Roissy. Located at 2 minutes walking from Roissypole, RER and CDGVal station, you will easily be able to join it.

Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

This programme includes:

·        Transfer mentionned in the programme.

·        1-night accomodation in Deluxe room at the Pullman Roissy CDG 4* local standard (or similar).

·        A soft welcome drink, upon arrival at the hotel.

This programme does not include:

·        Dinner of day 1.

·        Breakfast of day 2.

·        Tips and gratuities.

·        All personal expenses (meals and drinks, sightseeing, etc.)

·        Early check-in, late check-out and other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        Official hotel check-in time is 4:00 p.m

·        Official hotel check-out time is 12:00 p.m

·        Late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.

·        This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Contact of your hotel:

Pullman Roissy CDG Airport
3 Bis Rue de la Haye
93290 Roissy-en-France
Phone: +33 01 70 03 11 63

In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.


Total

£260/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

In the ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Other available date

28/05/2613/06/26

16 nights aboard the ship Le Commandant Charcot

PONANT Bonus 15%

From

£27,220

/person*

08/06/2724/06/27

16 nights aboard the ship LE COMMANDANT CHARCOT

No single supplement, PONANT Bonus 25%

From

£25,220

/person*

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